The first edition of the France vs Morocco 2025 Match, organized in Padel Marrakech Square, will call for others. Four days of sporting and friendly exchanges between the two nations, punctuated by photos, videos and highlights, highlighted the dynamics of padel in Morocco and a new brand that is entering the world: SCUD. On this occasion, Padel Magazine went to meet Smail Chalal, founder of the club, to talk about his career, the birth of Padel Square and its ambitions for the years to come.

A passionate entrepreneur based in Marrakech

Born in Algeria, Smail Chalal arrived in France at the age of 4. Coming from a family of merchants, he launched into entrepreneurship at a very young age: "I created my first company at 18," he says. His career path led him to develop various activities in transportation, hotels, real estate and restaurants.
It was during his regular stays in Marrakech, "about every three weeks to unwind from the intense daily life in France," that he fell under the spell of the ochre city. In 2013, he founded his group, which he can manage remotely, before settle permanently in Marrakech in 2016“I saw strong economic and human potential in this city. So I decided to invest there and develop my projects.”

Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud
Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud
Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud
Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud
Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud

The birth of Padel Square

It's thanks to his friends Armel and Mehdi, founders of Gravity Park, that Smail discovered the Cherifia site. “When I visited the place, I immediately saw its potential.” Already the owner of the venue Air Fitness Zone, located in the heart of Marrakech, he wishes to extend this philosophy of into the countryside. in a new neighborhood. From this desire is born Padel Square, a modern complex designed in collaboration with Armel and Mehdi, accompanied by a second conceptual gym.

The club has just celebrated its first year of existenceFor Smail, the results are more than positive:
"This first year has confirmed to me that padel is a sport on the rise. The enthusiasm is real, both among local players and international visitors."
The tournaments organized at the club are experiencing a growing success, consolidating the place of Padel Square as a key player on the Moroccan scene.

France vs Morocco: a unifying event

The year 2025 was marked by a unprecedented event : the first meeting France vs Morocco, organized over four days with Laurent Paillusseau (Scud)For Smail, this initiative illustrates the spirit of the club:
"This meeting symbolizes our desire to assert a strong and innovative identity. It marks an important step in our international expansion and our ambition to offer original and unifying events."
This tournament also helped to strengthen ties between French and Moroccan players, while offering the public a high-level sporting spectacle.

Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud
Smail Chalal, Entrepreneurship with Padel Square Marrakech at “France vs Morocco” scud

The future of Padel Square promises to be ambitious.
"In the next three years, we want to consolidate our model with theChildren's Academy, the sections Beginners and Elite, and the physical preparation provided by HealsFit and Zone Air »
The club can already boast of a reference status in Morocco :
“Our Elite section won the first P1500 tournament held in Marrakech. And our young player Adam Moumar recently distinguished himself in the final, confirming the quality of our training.
Ultimately, the goal is clear: organize international tournaments and make shine Padel Square on the world stage.

The enthusiasm is intact:
"Yes, of course!" replies Smail Chalal when asked about the return of the duel. France vs Morocco. "I think we'll be very excited about the second edition."
Padel Marrakech Square thus confirms its place among the most dynamic clubs in the kingdom, combining entrepreneurial vision, sports passion et international ambition.

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